Erotica Well

Erotica Well

May 31, 2022 July 14, 2020 by Barrie Davenport
Find and read high-quality, best-selling erotica. Participate in groups for erotica writers and readers to learn from them. Practice writing for yourself (share it only if you want to). Practice writing for others.
Friends and family might be appalled by what you’ve written and judge you for it. More experienced erotica authors might criticize what you’ve written. Some people you meet will make assumptions about you as an author of erotica. After learning how to write erotica, you might not sell any of your own.
Design an avatar for your ideal reader (what they like, etc.). Read best-selling erotica already written for that reader. Frequent and actively participate in erotica groups online. Write every day (if possible) or as close to that as you can. Carefully craft your main characters. Give them a past. Create a basic plot with an exciting romantic conflict. Outline your story from the opening scene (hook) to the climax and resolution. Write your story, with particular attention to the sex scenes.
Don’t glamorize rape. Make sure the sex is consensual. Avoid disgusting or laughable euphemisms for sex or private parts. Don’t create disturbing and unwanted visuals in your readers’ minds.
Welcome to the Authority Pub guide on how to write good erotica.
And by “good erotica,” I mean erotic fiction that pulls your readers in, gives them what they want, and keeps them interested all the way to the end.
These stories can be anything from erotic microfiction to full-length erotica novels. And there are things you need to know about this genre before you dive in.
For starters, if you’re going to write for erotica readers, know what they like — and what they don’t. Find your tribe and learn from them.
And if you don’t already know the difference between erotica and porn , you soon will.
Erotica (or “erotic lit”) is a genre of fiction that includes captivating erotic encounters between the main character and another character.
Unlike porn, good erotica has well-developed characters the reader can relate to — and stories that hook them from the start and keep them reading.
Erotica as a genre still prioritizes character development and plot above the actual sex that happens.
Porn is all about the sex. Any plot or character development that happens is accidental.
Like fantasy, the point of erotica is not to recreate realistic encounters. It’s to stretch the limits of the reader’s imagination.
Erotic fiction is a popular form of escapism that allows both authors and readers to explore a wildly improbable “what if” that leads to a happy ending (of sorts). It’s about awakening sensations in the reader that leave them wanting more.
And it’s harder to write good erotica than most people think.
To get started writing high-quality erotica, do the following:
The best way to get started writing erotica is to build familiarity with the best examples of it. In other words, read the kind of books you want to write .
If you don’t enjoy reading erotica, you won’t enjoy writing it, either — and you won’t get much love from erotica readers, who have expectations of the genre.
There are plenty of groups online — on Facebook, Twitter, Reddit, etc. — for authors and readers of erotica.
(Remember you don’t have to be published to be an author; you simply have to have authored (i.e., written) something. So, if you’re creating content, you’re authoring it, too.)
Join some of these groups and actively participate in them with questions, supportive comments, etc. to get to know fellow authors in this genre and to learn more about what erotica readers generally want.
Use dedicated Google docs, Word docs, or private journal entries to practice writing erotica for yourself . Use situations from your own life (or someone else’s) and embellish them to create erotic stories of your own.
Or make stuff up. A brief snapshot of random strangers on the bus, on the street, in the store, etc., can be the kernel of a new erotic story you can keep to yourself.
Then, when you’re feeling more confident, practice writing erotic fiction for others and share it online — on Tumblr, on your blog, on Wattpad, etc.
You don’t have to earn money with your first published erotic fiction. Just post it, share it, and get some feedback on it, ideally from readers and writers of erotica.
Learn from the most helpful feedback and keep practicing. Keep putting your work out there.
If you enjoy writing short, sexy pieces, you can quickly build a name for yourself on Wattpad or with your own erotic fiction blog. Post short stories for your visitors to read, and share them on social media.
Or create an author website with links to short but complete erotic stories, along with links to published “Short Reads” on Amazon.
In whatever genre you write, being a successful author means taking risks. And whether you use a pen name for your erotic fiction or not, you’re taking a risk by publishing erotica.
If you’re reading this post, though, I’m betting you’re ready to risk all of this to create stories your readers will read more than once while waiting for your next one to come out.
Erotica isn’t just for straight couples — or just for cis-gendered characters.
If you’re interested in writing for non-het couples (or non-cishet characters), you’ll find a growing market for that on Amazon and other platforms.
If you check out the bestsellers (paid) in the LGBT+ category, you’ll find both romance and erotica. And with the browser extension KD Spy , you’ll see that the top 20 in romance have better rankings than the top 20 in the more explicit erotica category.
This is worth keeping in mind if you prefer a slow-burn romance with an erotic scene or two rather than hard-core erotica where you can’t get through a chapter without landing in another sex scene.
The same goes for straight romance vs. straight erotica. Go with what you honestly prefer.
You can’t write great erotica unless you’re familiar with the best erotica out there. And to get familiar, you need to do the research. Oh, the agony. Smirk.
Google “best erotica” or “best erotic fiction” to find the names of authors and titles to explore. Then make a list and start reading.
Once you’re familiar with the most popular basic storylines of well-written erotica, you can outline one of your own and flesh it out with details of your choosing.
You’ll also need to zoom in on the sub-genre that interests you most, whether that’s erotic fairy tales, erotic retellings of popular myths, space erotica, etc.
Taking everything we’ve learned so far into account, keep the following tips handy when you’re getting ready to write erotic fiction:
This seems like a good place to introduce the next topic.
When you’re writing a romantic sex scene for an erotic story, you want it to be arousing.
You want it to sweep your reader away. You want description to be evocative and even graphic — but not tasteless or misogynistic. So, steer clear of euphemisms that make readers cringe.
Not sure what I mean? Think of the last time you read an erotica sex scene with phraseology that made you laugh or think, “Ugh! Seriously?” right before you closed the book and reached for something else.
If you enjoy sex yourself, it’s easier to write about it in a way that will draw your readers in and make them want to keep reading. Just being “good at sex,” though, doesn’t make you good at writing about it.
And even if you’ve never experienced the kind of sex you want to write about, you can still learn from those whose sex scenes in their erotica novels make you want to keep reading.
After all, writing erotica is all about giving your reader what they can’t get in real life.
That said, keep the following tips in mind:
All of these boil down to knowing and respecting your reader.
If you know what they like and what will make them close your book (and possibly burn it — or worse, leave a 1-star review), you’ll be better equipped to write something they’ll actually finish.
In short, yes, you can get paid to write erotica. If you’re good at it and gain a following, you can even earn thousands a month in book royalties.
If you’re curious about how well your new favorites are doing, check out their author pages, and look at the ranking for one of their best selling books.
Anything that stays in the top 10,000 on Amazon (for the Kindle copy) is probably selling around 400 copies per month, according to the Jungle Scout calculator . If it stays in the top 1,000, it’s selling around 1100 a month.
Multiply that by 70% of the price, and you now know how much they earn from that title alone.
Use KD Spy to get detailed information from any erotica writer’s author page or on the sales page for one of their novels. Then, if their work appeals to you, read some of their novels.
Writers who want global exposure can’t afford to ignore Amazon, especially if they live in the United States. Fortunately, KDP makes it easy to self-publish your book in both Kindle and paperback formats.
If you don’t already have a KDP account, creating one is quick and easy. Once you click on “Create New Title,” the process is simple and straightforward.
Other platforms like Smashwords and Direct2Digital also make it easy to get your work out there.
That said, the ease of self-publishing erotica and the popularity of this genre don’t negate the importance of thorough editing, professional formatting, or a well-designed cover.
If anything, all three are even more important for self-publishing authors to consider.
I hope you’re encouraged, though, by the demand for well-written erotica and the ease of getting your work in front of your ideal readers. It’s a market that isn’t likely to go away.
Ready to write your erotic fiction?
Now that you know how to write erotic fiction, is there a type of erotica that particularly appeals to you?
Are you willing to make a list today of titles you’ll read to better acquaint yourself with the kind of erotic stories you want to write? And after you’ve read each title, are you willing to write about it and to even practice writing a sex scene the way the author did?
We learn by doing, after all. We learn to write better by writing more and by learning from those who are further along in their writing careers than we are.
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The Best Erotic Sex Stories To Read Online (And Get You Really Turned On)
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By YourTango — Written on Sep 17, 2021
When it comes to keeping your sex life vibrant (whether with someone else, or solo), you can never have too much literotica. It's sexy, seductive, enticing and just plain fun.
Why does reading erotica work so well to turn women on?
Because sexual arousal (especially female arousal) begins in the brain.
So often, we rush ourselves (and our partners) to orgasm without really incorporating our mind and whole body into the pleasurable experience. We might "get off" quickly and feel a bit of tension relief, but without the full mind-body arousal experience, we don't reap the benefits that come with sex and having a full-body, blissed-out orgasm .
Reading sex stories online is a great way to turn your mind and body on at the same time. And because we care, we went ahead and gathered 10 of the best erotic stories for women (and men!) we could find.
There are sex stories out there for everyone and anyone easily available online, and the following websites offer a wide variety of sexy genres and styles for adults who fall anywhere along the beautiful spectrum of gender orientation, identity and sexuality .
So, whether you're sneaking a naughty peek during a break from work, sharing these with the one you love, or indulging your sweet self while you masturbate at home all alone, sit back and get ready.
This site has a large collection of stories with a broad range of themes and an interface that is easy to navigate, so you can quickly click on what you're looking for, whether it's erotic poetry or anal sex stories .
Readers are also invited to rate each story, making it easier to find something you're sure to enjoy.
Best erotic sex story to start with: "The Best Massage"
"After she was safely on the table, Sergio covered her from the waist down and gently began manipulating the muscles in her shoulders. “You're very tense here,” the young man said softly while kneading her deltoids...
The strong soothing hands felt wonderful on her body and, when Sergio squirted warm oil into the small of her back, she sighed happily. He worked in silence for the next ten minutes, the room quiet except for the soothing jazz coming out of his portable CD player.
His hands worked on the area just above her waistline and he asked softly, “Is this where you're stiff?” She murmured her assent. As his fingers pressed firmly into her lower spine...
'Oh my,' she sighed, 'that feels so nice! My back hasn't felt this good in years.' He kept the pressure on, working his way around in little circles, until she felt him slide the sheet down below her bottom as he began to work lower ... and when he gently forced her legs apart, she offered no resistance as they moved down into her crotch and began working on the inside of her thighs. 'Donna was right,' Sami sighed to herself. This young man did indeed have magic fingers.
As he worked up and down her thighs, she moaned softly as the back of his hand continually bumped up against her ... His hands would work all the way down to her calves, and then slowly move all the way up to the top of her thighs where — without fail — he would rub all over the outside of her crack.
'How does if feel?' he asked softly. 'Is Madame satisfied with the treatment?'
'Oh, yes,' she gushed, 'very happy, it feels just great.'
As his hand again bumped up against her pussy, he asked softly, 'Would Madame care for a more, shall we say, intimate massage?' ...”
Stories on this site must be accepted for publication (e.g., no self-uploading). They even offer "how-to" articles for aspiring erotica authors and volunteer editors will read and edit a story before it's submitted, which means the quality of material is (largely) better than most.
And while the site's design is far from cutting edge, at least it's easy to navigate.
Themes vary widely, but the site does have limits. We're told the site does not include stories involving a character under the age of 18, and no bestiality is allowed.
All the other expected categories are here (i.e. BDSM, LGBT, and group sex) as well as some creative additions such as: "Non-human" and "Sci-Fi." You know, in case aliens, ghosts, androids or werewolves are your thing (no judging).
Best erotic sex story to start with: "Lust for Friend's Mother"
"Zeshan got up and slowly pushed Robina onto her back. He pulled her shalwar down her legs and she helped him, lifting up her [bottom] as he took it off. She had killer legs.
For that matter, she was killer from head to toe. Robina had a beautiful flat stomach even after giving birth to Zaheed and his younger brother, and sister. She spread her legs wide apart to accommodate him.
She spread her legs and raised her eyebrows at him, questioning, well what are you waiting for? ..."
From “Damsels in Distress” to “Erotic Mind Control," anything goes at one of the oldest and largest collections of sex stories on the web. It's ad-free, so you won't get 45 browser windows full of porn popping up, but it's also un-moderated, which means anyone can post anything they want.
For help separating the wheat from the chafe, click on "Collections," where you can browse stories culled by other erotica aficionados and authors.
Warning: As mentioned above, content is un-moderated and uncensored. Some of it is extremely subversive. The faint of heart should browse elsewhere.
Best erotic sex story to start with: ]]> "Midnight Madness" ]]>
"Blindfolded, Kellie stood, precariously balanced. Her legs were spread-eagled by a stainless steal bar strapped between her ankles. Her arms were pinioned behind her back, bound together at the wrists and elbows; her breasts thrust comically forward.
A small silver spring-loaded clamp tipped each of her nipples and a black dildo secured by a thick leather strap gagged her mouth.
Long blonde hair cascaded down her shoulders to the small of her back. She was completely nude ..."
This site is unique in that it caters to the LGBTQIA+ community , featuring a wide array of erotic fiction revolving around gay, lesbian, bi, and trans characters.
This ad-free, not-for-profit site doesn't collect your personal information or use cookies, so browse away discreetly at their wide array of saucy tales. You can even browse by author once you find a favorite.
Best erotic sex story to start with: "Male Nursing Aid"
"His penis swelled a bit under my gaze. I blushed a little as I felt my penis expand even more and I looked up into Mark's eyes. Then I glanced over the rest of his body.
Mark had a thick thatch of chest hair, very sexy legs, and strong looking, masculine feet. He had a lot going for him.
'Are you sure you're okay with this?' Mark asked, 'I don't want to make you uncomfortable.'
'I'm fine,' I smiled in return ... "
One of the most visually attractive sites we looked at, BDSM Cafe offers erotic short stories paired with well-shot BDSM-themed images. As the name implies, this site caters to people with kinky inclinations.
The site boasts hundreds of pictures depicting spanking, fetish, bondage, and kinks, as well as a well-written collection of short stories, picture-stories, full-length BDSM novels, and poetry.
Those new to BDSM (or looking to deepen their exploration) can also access a free resource section of beginners guides, advice, and useful links.
It’s also worth noting that — honoring the integrity of risk-aware consensual kink (RACK) revered in BDSM communities — this site verifies that all images “involve either professional models or consenting amateurs” over the age of 18, and that no illegal acts are “depicted, suggested, or or condoned in any way whatsoever.”
Safe, sane, consensual kink is name of the game at BDSM Cafe.
Best erotic sex story to start with: "The Kinky Poker Game”
“Mike and Jim were standing by the head of the table, and Larry was at the foot. Ted un-cuffed my wrists and told me to lie down, and Mike and Jim, helped me.
They fastened my wrists, below the headrest, to the front legs; this caused by large breasts to be pulled taut. Then Larry and Ted placed my feet in the stirrups, at the end of leg rods, and fastened the ankle and foot straps. They then swiveled the rods out to the side, and up, and locked them in place.
There I was stark naked, breasts taut, my legs spread wide, and my knees bent. I was wide open for anyone to play with ..."
Initially, a site focused on masturbation-themed erotica, Solo Touch now also includes stories about partner sex.
Expect a simple, stripped-down interface on this site, but it’s easy to navigate, with the most recent stories in the middle of the page,
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